Schoolyard Rowhomes

Indianola, Iowa

Warren County, Iowa · County Seat

Welcome to Indianola

Small-town charm, big-city proximity — just south of Des Moines and full of life, culture, and community.

16,300+

Residents

~19 mi

From Des Moines

$78,125

Median Household Income

89.3

Cost of Living Index

1849

Founded

About Indianola

Where Lifestyle and Community Meet

Indianola is the county seat of Warren County, Iowa, nestled about 19 miles south of downtown Des Moines. With a population of over 16,000 and steady annual growth, it strikes the rare balance between genuine small-town warmth and easy access to a major metro. The cost of living sits below the national average, the median household income is strong and rising, and a revitalized downtown square keeps daily life vibrant and walkable. Whether you're planting roots or looking for a new community to belong to, Indianola delivers.

Newly Designated Main Street Iowa Community

In 2024, Indianola earned the prestigious Main Street Iowa designation from the Iowa Economic Development Authority — one of only 53 communities statewide to hold this honor. It reflects Indianola's commitment to a thriving downtown, economic vitality, and an exceptional quality of life.

Things to Do & See

From world-class cultural events to trailside adventures and a lively downtown square, Indianola punches well above its size when it comes to things to do.

National Balloon Classic

Every summer, over 100 hot air balloons from around the world paint the skies above Indianola for nine spectacular days. With live music nightly, Nite Glows, fireworks, skydivers, balloon rides, and Kids Land, the Classic draws more than 85,000 visitors and has been a beloved community tradition for over 50 years.

Des Moines Metro Opera

One of the Midwest's premier hidden gems — the Metro Opera's celebrated Summer Festival runs May through July at the intimate 467-seat Pote Theater in Simpson College's Blank Center for the Performing Arts. World-class performers, gourmet dinners, and an elegant setting make it a truly special night out.

National Balloon Museum

One of only two ballooning museums in the entire United States, the National Balloon Museum chronicles the history and science of flight through artifact-rich galleries dedicated to pioneering pilots, hall-of-fame champions, and the enduring wonder of ballooning. Admission is family-friendly and the building itself — shaped like two inverted balloons — is a landmark.

Lake Ahquabi State Park

Just moments south of downtown, this beloved state park features a 115-acre reservoir, swimming beach, fishing, paddleboat rentals, hiking trails, and rustic CCC-era structures listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It's an ideal escape without ever leaving town.

Summerset Trail & Outdoor Recreation

Cyclists and hikers love the Summerset Trail — a 12-mile paved route winding through wooded terrain between Indianola and Carlisle. Pickard Park offers disc golf, softball, and trail access. Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park and Annett Nature Center round out an exceptional outdoor scene.

Dining, Drinks & the Downtown Square

The recently revitalized downtown square buzzes with independent restaurants, boutiques, coffee shops, and craft breweries. Favorites include West Hill Brewing Co., Pete's Pizza, Fiesta Jalapeño, Summerset Winery — one of Iowa's first estate wineries — and The Local Vine wine bar. Summer Nights Live brings free outdoor concerts to the square several times each summer.

Buxton Park Arboretum

Indianola's oldest park sits on the north side of the Simpson College campus and features serene formal gardens, a butterfly garden, ornamental fountain, public art, and a beloved children's garden complete with outdoor musical instruments and interactive nature play.

Warren County Fair

Running every July since 1855, the Warren County Fair is one of Iowa's most cherished traditions. Expect big-name concerts, carnival rides, a demolition derby, livestock shows, and a full slate of family events — a genuine slice of heartland Americana.

Education

Indianola is a genuine college town with strong K–12 schools — an excellent environment for families at every stage of life.

Indianola Community School District

Serves students from Pre-K through 12th grade across six schools
Over 3,000 students enrolled with more than 200 dedicated educators
Includes multiple elementary schools, Indianola Middle School, and Indianola High School
Known for strong academic programs, extracurricular activities, and deep community involvement
Ideal location just south of Des Moines with strong community support

Simpson College

Private liberal arts college founded in 1860, affiliated with the United Methodist Church
Perennially ranked as a top value in private liberal arts education
Beautiful campus just blocks from the downtown square
Renowned performing arts program fueling cultural life in Indianola
Home of the Blank Performing Arts Center — venue for the Metro Opera festival
Offers Continuing, Graduate, and Online Education programs for adult learners
Notable alum: George Washington Carver attended Simpson College

Connected & Future-Ready

Indianola operates a municipal, Gigabit-capable fiber optic network that connects its schools and Simpson College to the local tech economy — supporting STEM education and entrepreneurial development across the community.

Economy & Opportunity

Indianola's economy is growing, diverse, and bolstered by its strategic position within the greater Des Moines metropolitan area — one of the Midwest's most resilient regional economies.

Top Employment Sectors

The largest industries employing Indianola residents are Retail Trade, Educational Services, and Health Care & Social Assistance — a well-rounded mix that provides stability and opportunity across skill levels.

Affordability Advantage

With a cost of living index of 89.3 — meaningfully below the national average of 100 — Indianola lets residents stretch every dollar further. A median gross rent of ~$995 and strong median household income of $78,125 make it an outstanding value.

Metro Access, Small-Town Lifestyle

Indianola sits within easy commuting distance of Des Moines's entire employment base — including major corporate headquarters, medical centers, financial institutions, and the tech sector. Residents enjoy the best of both worlds.

Business-Friendly Climate

In 2024, Indianola celebrated 25 new businesses opening their doors. Iowa is a right-to-work state with a lower cost of doing business compared to national averages, and Warren County is the 5th fastest-growing county in Iowa by per capita income.

Active Investment & Growth

The city's 2024–2027 strategic plan prioritizes infrastructure investment, housing development, and economic growth. Active downtown reconstruction projects, new public art, and a robust capital improvement plan signal a community confidently investing in its future.

Warren County's Reach

As the county seat, Indianola anchors Warren County — a region with a Foreign Trade Zone, Union Pacific rail access, competitive industrial energy rates, and state-of-the-art fiber optic telecommunications infrastructure attractive to businesses of all sizes.

Community at a Glance

Indianola is more than a place to live — it's a community that shows up for itself.

Main Street Iowa Designated Community
Population Growing 1.16% Annually
County Seat Since 1849
Median Age: 35.2 Years

Home of the National Balloon Classic
Municipal Gigabit Fiber Network
25 New Businesses Opened in 2024
Simpson College — Est. 1860

Aquatic Center & Award-Winning Parks
Free Summer Concert Series
World-Class Metro Opera Festival
Below-Average Cost of Living

Parks, Recreation & Everyday Life

Parks & Recreation

Indianola Aquatic Center — a community hub for summer fun
Pickard Park — the largest park in town, featuring disc golf and softball
Buxton Park Arboretum with butterfly garden, children's garden & public art
Lake Ahquabi State Park — swimming, fishing, hiking, paddleboating
Summerset Trail — 12-mile paved biking and hiking trail to Carlisle
Banner Lakes at Summerset State Park — two-mile lakeside loop trail
Annett Nature Center — wetlands, tall grass prairie, wildlife viewing
Indianola Parks & Recreation programs: youth sports, summer camps, STEAM workshops

Services & Amenities

MercyOne and regional healthcare within easy reach
Indianola Municipal Utilities — locally owned electric and water service
Robust public safety: dedicated police and fire departments
Active public arts commission and downtown mural projects
Warren County Seat — full range of county government services
"Coffee with the Mayor" and community engagement programs
Seasonal brush facility, spring cleanup, and responsive city services
Multiple salons, spas, specialty shops, and boutiques downtown

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Schoolyard Rowhomes
101 S 15th St, Indianola, IA 50125
(515) 221-8176
info@schoolyardrow.com

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APPLICATION ACKNOWLEDGMENT

We have implemented the following tenant application criteria based on that set forth by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Applicants acknowledge that your application approval is contingent upon meeting eligibility requirements, described below, for an apartment at Perrywood Apartments, Gustin Flats, Row on Reed, Providence Lane or Schoolyard Row. Furthermore, you acknowledge that Perrywood Apartments, Gustin Flats, Row on Reed, Providence Lane and Schoolyard Row will review each application on an individual basis and applicants will be asked to provide additional information, if needed. We reserve the right to reject an application for rental for any one, or combination, of the items below:

– Past rental history

Unable to verify past rental history
Failure to provide rental or other housing history
Unacceptable current or past rental history
Past due rent at current or past rental

– Income/Credit:

Failure to provide proof of employment
Failure to provide proof of income
Unacceptable credit history and/or score less than 520
Insufficient income level, minimum 2.5x rent rate income
Unsatisfied/open collection accounts

– Criminal:

Background check showing criminal activity, including, but not limited to:
- Controlled substances
- Physical violence
- Any other act that could be construed as harmful or threatening to neighboring tenants

– Other:

Failure to provide information requested in the application
Providing false information in the application
Unacceptable behavior during application process. Includes, but not limited to:
- Abusive or threatening language or acts towards management
- Abusive or threatening language or acts toward tenants
- Intoxication while with management

I understand and acknowledge the above and the rights of Perrywood Apartments an application for any of the above reasons.

Applicant Print Name(Required)

Applicant Signature(Required)

Date(Required)

Applicant Email Address(Required)

Applicant Phone Number(Required)

Co-Applicant Print Name

Co-Applicant Signature

Date

Co-Applicant Email Address

Co-Applicant Phone Number

I Agree(Required)

I authorize the leasing manager to contact current or past Landlord for application purposes, as needed.

I authorize the leasing manager to contact current or past Employer for application purposes, as needed.

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APPLICATION ACKNOWLEDGMENT

We have implemented the following tenant application criteria based on that set forth by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.

– Past rental history

Unable to verify past rental history
Failure to provide rental or other housing history
Unacceptable current or past rental history
Past due rent at current or past rental

– Income/Credit:

Failure to provide proof of employment
Failure to provide proof of income
Unacceptable credit history and/or score less than 520
Insufficient income level, minimum 2.5x rent rate income
Unsatisfied/open collection accounts

– Criminal:

Background check showing criminal activity, including, but not limited to:
- Controlled substances
- Physical violence
- Any other act that could be construed as harmful or threatening to neighboring tenants

– Other:

Failure to provide information requested in the application
Providing false information in the application
Unacceptable behavior during application process. Includes, but not limited to:
- Abusive or threatening language or acts towards management
- Abusive or threatening language or acts toward tenants
- Intoxication while with management

I understand and acknowledge the above and the rights of Perrywood Apartments an application for any of the above reasons.

Applicant Print Name(Required)

Applicant Signature(Required)

Date(Required)

Applicant Email Address(Required)

Applicant Phone Number(Required)

Co-Applicant Print Name

Co-Applicant Signature

Date

Co-Applicant Email Address

Co-Applicant Phone Number

I Agree(Required)

I authorize the leasing manager to contact current or past Landlord for application purposes, as needed.

I authorize the leasing manager to contact current or past Employer for application purposes, as needed.

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APPLICATION ACKNOWLEDGMENT

We have implemented the following tenant application criteria based on that set forth by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.

– Past rental history

Unable to verify past rental history
Failure to provide rental or other housing history
Unacceptable current or past rental history
Past due rent at current or past rental

– Income/Credit:

Failure to provide proof of employment
Failure to provide proof of income
Unacceptable credit history and/or score less than 520
Insufficient income level, minimum 2.5x rent rate income
Unsatisfied/open collection accounts

– Criminal:

Background check showing criminal activity, including, but not limited to:
- Controlled substances
- Physical violence
- Any other act that could be construed as harmful or threatening to neighboring tenants

– Other:

Failure to provide information requested in the application
Providing false information in the application
Unacceptable behavior during application process. Includes, but not limited to:
- Abusive or threatening language or acts towards management
- Abusive or threatening language or acts toward tenants
- Intoxication while with management

I understand and acknowledge the above and the rights of Perrywood Apartments an application for any of the above reasons.

Applicant Print Name(Required)

Applicant Signature(Required)

Date(Required)

Applicant Email Address(Required)

Applicant Phone Number(Required)

Co-Applicant Print Name

Co-Applicant Signature

Date

Co-Applicant Email Address

Co-Applicant Phone Number

I Agree(Required)

I authorize the leasing manager to contact current or past Landlord for application purposes, as needed.

I authorize the leasing manager to contact current or past Employer for application purposes, as needed.

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Source

APPLICATION ACKNOWLEDGMENT

We have implemented the following tenant application criteria based on that set forth by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.

– Past rental history

Unable to verify past rental history
Failure to provide rental or other housing history
Unacceptable current or past rental history
Past due rent at current or past rental

– Income/Credit:

Failure to provide proof of employment
Failure to provide proof of income
Unacceptable credit history and/or score less than 520
Insufficient income level, minimum 2.5x rent rate income
Unsatisfied/open collection accounts

– Criminal:

Background check showing criminal activity, including, but not limited to:
- Controlled substances
- Physical violence
- Any other act that could be construed as harmful or threatening to neighboring tenants

– Other:

Failure to provide information requested in the application
Providing false information in the application
Unacceptable behavior during application process. Includes, but not limited to:
- Abusive or threatening language or acts towards management
- Abusive or threatening language or acts toward tenants
- Intoxication while with management

I understand and acknowledge the above and the rights of Perrywood Apartments an application for any of the above reasons.

Applicant Print Name(Required)

Applicant Signature(Required)

Date(Required)

Applicant Email Address(Required)

Applicant Phone Number(Required)

Co-Applicant Print Name

Co-Applicant Signature

Date

Co-Applicant Email Address

Co-Applicant Phone Number

I Agree(Required)

I authorize the leasing manager to contact current or past Landlord for application purposes, as needed.

I authorize the leasing manager to contact current or past Employer for application purposes, as needed.

This field is hidden when viewing the form

Source

APPLICATION ACKNOWLEDGMENT

We have implemented the following tenant application criteria based on that set forth by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.

– Past rental history

Unable to verify past rental history
Failure to provide rental or other housing history
Unacceptable current or past rental history
Past due rent at current or past rental

– Income/Credit:

Failure to provide proof of employment
Failure to provide proof of income
Unacceptable credit history and/or score less than 520
Insufficient income level, minimum 2.5x rent rate income
Unsatisfied/open collection accounts

– Criminal:

Background check showing criminal activity, including, but not limited to:
- Controlled substances
- Physical violence
- Any other act that could be construed as harmful or threatening to neighboring tenants

– Other:

Failure to provide information requested in the application
Providing false information in the application
Unacceptable behavior during application process. Includes, but not limited to:
- Abusive or threatening language or acts towards management
- Abusive or threatening language or acts toward tenants
- Intoxication while with management

I understand and acknowledge the above and the rights of Perrywood Apartments an application for any of the above reasons.

Applicant Print Name(Required)

Applicant Signature(Required)

Date(Required)

Applicant Email Address(Required)

Applicant Phone Number(Required)

Co-Applicant Print Name

Co-Applicant Signature

Date

Co-Applicant Email Address

Co-Applicant Phone Number

I Agree(Required)

I authorize the leasing manager to contact current or past Landlord for application purposes, as needed.

I authorize the leasing manager to contact current or past Employer for application purposes, as needed.